Dining Services Director

Brookdale Senior Living - Sparks, NV

Full-time - Senior

Sparks, NV

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The Dining Services Director is responsible for directing food service operations within the community, including all food preparation, dining room operations, and dining delivery services. This role involves purchasing all food and managing inventory to ensure effective cost controls and vendor service and quality. The Director ensures the highest nutrition and food quality for the health and pleasure of the residents, complying with all federal, state, and local regulations to ensure sanitary and safe operations. The position also includes planning and executing entertaining dining events and themes in conjunction with other administrative staff to enhance the residents' experience. Additionally, the Director may cater events as requested by residents or staff.

Responsibilities

• Directs food service operations including food preparation, dining room operations, and delivery services.
• Purchases food and manages inventory ensuring effective cost controls.
• Ensures high nutrition and food quality for residents.
• Complies with regulations to ensure sanitary and safe operations.
• Plans and executes dining events and themes.
• Hires, trains, and manages supervisory staff.
• Consults with chefs to develop and maintain menus.
• Develops department budget including purchasing and staffing expenditures.
• Encourages socialization and enjoyment through food presentation and events.
• Networks with Regional Food Service Directors to improve operations.

Requirements

• College degree in food service or hospitality management preferred.
• Minimum of eight years of progressive experience in the food service industry.
• At least three years in a responsible supervisory role.
• Experience managing food inventories and budgets.
• Current ServSafe Certification required.
• Obtain/hold any local, state and/or county required food handling/sanitation licenses.

Benefits

• Full suite of health insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Retirement plans.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Pet Insurance.
• Adoption Reimbursement Benefits.
• Variety of Associate Discounts.